Volkswagen has officially unveiled the comprehensively updated ID.3, now carrying the ‘Neo’ suffix. The compact EV is the first of six new electric models set to launch this year – with revisions that go well beyond a typical facelift. We had the opportunity to experience the ID.3 Neo firsthand and took a closer look at the details. Read more…

Isuzu and Toyota planned to launch a fuel cell bus together as early as this year. Now, the two Japanese companies have agreed to collaborate on the development of a light-duty fuel cell truck for series production, with its debut scheduled for 2027. Read more…

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Germany (CCEP DE) has converted its entire fleet of 1,600 passenger cars and light commercial vehicles to electric drive. Across Europe, more than half of the fleet has also already been electrified. Read more…

BMW Group delivered 87,458 BEVs globally in the first quarter of 2026. This represents a 20.1 per cent drop compared to the same period last year. However, the order intake for electric vehicles in Europe looks significantly better—thanks to the new iX3. Read more…

Renault has announced a global reduction in its engineering workforce. Over the next two years, up to 2,400 of the current 11,000 to 12,000 engineering positions are set to be cut. The measure forms part of a broader restructuring programme initiated by the company’s new CEO, François Provost. Read more…

Lucid Motors has named Silvio Napoli as its new CEO following his exit from Schindler last year. At the same time, the EV maker is securing fresh funding, with Uber and Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) committing $750 million. Read more…

The North American fast-charging joint venture Ionna, formed by BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, and Toyota, will operate fast-charging stations at over 350 Circle K locations across the USA—both existing and new sites. Read more…

ZF is expanding its range of e-bus components: At the Bus2Bus trade fair in Berlin, the supplier is presenting a new software for monitoring and predictive maintenance of drivetrains for the first time. The system will initially be compatible with the electric ZF portal axle AxTrax 2 LF. Read more…

A car dealer wanted to sell 22 ID.6 Crozz vehicles imported from China in Germany, but Volkswagen took legal action. Now, the Hamburg Regional Court has made a significant ruling – one that favours the Wolfsburg-based automaker. Read more…

Turkish manufacturer Temsa has delivered 15 electric buses of the MD9 electriCITY model to Lithuania. The order was placed by UAB Kautra, a bus company based in Kaunas, Lithuania’s second-largest city. The e-buses are intended for use not only in Kaunas but also in public transport across various municipalities in the country. Read more…

Chinese automaker GAC has announced the market launch of the Aion UT in Europe. The electric model will go on sale this quarter in Finland, Greece, Poland, and Portugal, with further European markets to follow in the third quarter. Read more…

The French brand Engie Vianeo is focusing heavily on Belgium: Engie Vianeo has been commissioned to build nearly 3,000 charging points with a capacity of 22 kW in the Wallonia region. Another order includes 1,640 new charging points in the Brussels Capital Region. Read more…

The Australian state of New South Wales is expanding charging infrastructure, supporting electric trucks and investing in workforce training. The updated strategy targets faster EV uptake, especially outside major cities, while lowering operating costs. Read more…

Volvo Trucks will present its new long-haul electric truck in June. Ahead of the launch, the Swedish manufacturer has released further details on the FH Aero Electric—most notably revising the previously stated range from 600 to ‘up to 700 kilometres.’ Read more…

The mineral water brand Vilsa recently put three electric trucks into operation. The Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 vehicles were acquired for heavy long-distance transport and are intended to operate in a two-shift system, powered by three in-house charging stations. Read more…

Stellantis plans to transform Opel’s development center in Rüsselsheim into an ‘efficient Tech Center.’ This move aims to streamline operations at the site but will also result in a reduction of more than one-third of the development workforce. Read more…

The French government plans to relaunch its social leasing programme for electric cars in response to rising petrol and diesel prices. In parallel, a separate EV subsidy scheme is being prepared for middle-income households that do not qualify for social leasing. Read more…

Nissan has released the first images of its upcoming electric Juke. The distinctive compact crossover will be produced in Sunderland, UK, and will hit the market in spring 2027. Nissan has not yet disclosed technical details, but the all-electric Juke is expected to share its technology with the Leaf. Read more…

For years, aircraft manufacturer Bristell and electric aircraft technology provider H55 have been working on an electric aircraft for flight schools. Now, Safran is joining as a new partner, supplying the appropriate electric motor. There are also advancements in the battery system. Read more…

Samsung SDI is reportedly in advanced negotiations with Mercedes-Benz to supply prismatic batteries for electric vehicles, which are planned for market launch in 2028 – apparently for compact models. Read more…